2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2000 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (101 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (310 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | 2000 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Chrysler | Smart |
| Model | Crossfire | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
